Yogurt on the Go

This is a quick and easy way to jump-start your morning!

Prep time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

3/4 c. light fruit -flavored yogurt
1 tbsp. raisins
1 tbsp. sunflower seeds
1/3 c. strawberries

Directions:

Mix all ingredients in a plastic cup.

Serves: 1

Serving size: approximately 11/4 cup

Nutritional analysis (per serving):
232 calories
7 g protein
4 g fat
0 g sat. fat
40 g carbohydrate
3 g fiber
3 mg cholesterol
88 mg sodium
222 mg calcium
0.9 mg iron

Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.

Variations and suggestions:
For variety, use different flavored yogurt, fruit, and nuts.

Reviewed by: Allison Brinkley, RD, LD/N
Date reviewed: March 2009

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